Swiss-company Panalpina is adding calls in Azerbaijan's capital, Baku. Scheduled charters that are operated by Silk Way West Airlines and fly between Luxembourg and Shanghai now call in Baku four times per week. Silk Way deploys 747-8 freighters, which are particularly well-suited for the transport of outsized oil and gas equipment and temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals. Silk Way West Airlines’ forthcoming service mentality has prompted Panalpina to extend its cooperation with … [Read more...] about Panalpina adds cargo calls in Baku
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Cargolux posts upbeat 2014 results
Despite what it described as a difficult overall market situation, Cargolux Airlines International S.A. ended 2014 on a positive note. "While the industry continued to suffer from overcapacity and noticeable pressure on yields, Cargolux benefited from a very strong last quarter in 2014. Combined with a rapidly declining oil price, the airline achieved record levels of block hours and tonnages while enjoying a welcome increase in yields,” it said. This enabled Cargolux to complete the … [Read more...] about Cargolux posts upbeat 2014 results
Cargolux imposes ban on lithium ion batteries
Cargolux Airlines has announced a temporarily ban on the transport of lithium ion battery (UN3480) shipments starting on 1 May 2015. The decision comes after reviewing new information released by the FAA, Boeing and ICAO regarding the effectiveness of the on-board fire extinguishing systems in case of lithium ion battery fires and the temperatures that such fires can develop. This ban does not apply to lithium ion batteries packed with or contained in equipment (UN 3481). With this … [Read more...] about Cargolux imposes ban on lithium ion batteries
DHL forwarding chief resigns
Roger Crook has resigned from his posts as member of the Management Board of Deutsche Post DHL Group and CEO of Global Forwarding, Freight. In a statement issued yesterday, Deutsche Post DHL Group said that Crook had “stepped down from his mandate for personal reasons”. The group’s Supervisory Board thanked Crook, who held leading positions within the Group since 1988, for his long-standing service and “acknowledged his commitment in leading the division in a … [Read more...] about DHL forwarding chief resigns
Norbert Dentressangle launches time critical services
The Air and Sea division of Norbert Dentressangle has launched new time critical services, offering tailor-made solutions for urgent and specialist deliveries to companies in a wide range of sectors, including oil and gas, automotive, manufacturing, fashion and life sciences. To head up the new business unit, Norbert Dentressangle has recruited time critical expert, Stacy Rouillon, along with a dedicated team of specialists to deliver and develop the company’s time critical … [Read more...] about Norbert Dentressangle launches time critical services
EVA Air launches cold-chain service
Taiwan-based EVA Air Cargo has launched its Pharmacare Service in collaboration with Environtainer, a company that manufactures and leases active, temperature-controlled containers for air transportation, following up with service and support. EVA will provide services focusing on high-value goods, including biologicals, pharmaceuticals, vaccines, healthcare products, high-end foods and semiconductor components. Initial services will be in the Europe and Asian markets and will include … [Read more...] about EVA Air launches cold-chain service